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André Sills and Krystin Pellerin in 'Othello.' iPhoto caption: André Sills and Krystin Pellerin in 'Othello.' Photo by David Hou.

REVIEW: In The Tempest and Othello, the Stratford Festival gets vengeful — and it rocks

The two strong productions, seen as a double bill, make a compelling case against choosing vengeance, with director Haysam Kadri’s Othello an especially riveting and taut interpretation.

By Ilana Lucas / Jul 30, 2026
iPhoto caption: Photo by Dahlia Katz.

REVIEW: Heist steals from cinema’s playbook at London’s Grand Theatre

What does it take to pull off a heist? And more importantly, what does it take to pull off a heist on stage? The Grand Theatre’s latest co-production with the Citadel Theatre answers these questions with thrills, style, and spectacle.

By Abhimanyu Acharya / Jan 26, 2025
Production photo from Heist at the Grand Theatre. iPhoto caption: Photo by Dahlia Katz.

High-octane crime caper makes Ontario premiere at London’s Grand Theatre

This January, the Grand is diving into the world of diamonds, deals, and deceit with Arun Lakra’s Ocean’s Eleven-inspired Heist.

By Liam Donovan / Jan 10, 2025
king james iPhoto caption: King James production still by Dahlia Katz.

REVIEW: King James interrogates hometown pride and fandom 

LeBron James’ checkered legacy looms large over the events of King James, sensitively written by American playwright Rajiv Joseph and now playing in a stylish production at Theatre Aquarius.

By Aisling Murphy / Sep 30, 2024